1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
Model | TA 21 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |